Alana is a mom to three children (ages 18, 6, and 4 yrs. old). Currently, she is faculty in the Chemistry and Biochemistry Division at Texas Woman's University. Alana teaches non-science major courses and Global Perspective courses, including; Earth Science, Climate Change, and Water issues. She is passionate about making STEM equitable and exciting for all and encourages students to use their STEM knowledge to be engaged with their communities and civically responsible. Before coming to TWU, Alana was the Public Outreach Manager for the City of Denton Solid Waste and Recycling Department. During that time, she worked in government administration, informal education, and the environmental service industries.